Social Impact Challenge
Join the Texas Social Work 75th Anniversary Celebration: Pitch Your Vision, Ignite Social Change
We’re ready to fund your impact.
The Moritz Center for Societal Impact invites UT Austin graduate students to apply for the SIC: Social Impact Challenge—a pitch competition supporting community-driven, interdisciplinary projects. Pitch your idea to improve mental or behavioral health through the arts and humanities.
See below for updated timeline!
Application Requirements
Important Budget Information
Budget details
- Budget allowables include required software, supplies, and materials for the proposed project, as well as financial support for community partners and travel related to project tasks.
- Publication fees and expenses incurred before the award date are not allowed
Theme: Using the Arts & Humanities to Improve Behavioral Health.
Eligibility: UT Austin Graduate students
Prize: $5,000
Learn: Receive expert mentorship
Social Impact Challenge
Watch the Recorded Virtual Information Session
Couldn’t make it to the live session? You can still catch up by watching the recording. Learn more about the Social Impact Challenge, including who’s eligible to apply, how the application process works, key deadlines to keep in mind, and what to expect from the mentorship experience.
Important Dates
April 15
Application Opens
May 13
Virtual Information Session
July 15
Application Closes
July 25
Finalists Announced
August
Mentor Meetings
September 19
Pitch Competition – Winners announced live!
May 2026
Conclusion of funded initiatives
